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Ceramics in Literature and Film: Cultural References

Description: This quiz tests your knowledge of cultural references to ceramics in literature and film.
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In the novel The Color Purple, what does Celie's sister Nettie send her from Africa?

  1. A ceramic bowl

  2. A ceramic doll

  3. A ceramic tile

  4. A ceramic statue


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the novel, Nettie sends Celie a ceramic bowl as a gift from Africa. The bowl is a symbol of their connection and love for each other.

In the film Ghost, what does Sam Wheat make for Molly Jensen as a gift?

  1. A ceramic vase

  2. A ceramic sculpture

  3. A ceramic plate

  4. A ceramic cup


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the film, Sam makes Molly a ceramic vase as a gift. The vase is a symbol of their love and connection, even after Sam's death.

In the novel The House of the Spirits, what does Esteban Trueba give Clara del Valle as a wedding gift?

  1. A ceramic tea set

  2. A ceramic figurine

  3. A ceramic lamp

  4. A ceramic mirror


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the novel, Esteban gives Clara a ceramic tea set as a wedding gift. The tea set is a symbol of their love and connection, and it is also a symbol of the traditional values that Esteban holds dear.

In the film Amélie, what does Amélie Poulain give Nino Quincampoix as a gift?

  1. A ceramic gnome

  2. A ceramic cat

  3. A ceramic bird

  4. A ceramic heart


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the film, Amélie gives Nino a ceramic gnome as a gift. The gnome is a symbol of their connection and love, and it is also a symbol of Amélie's quirky and whimsical personality.

In the novel The Joy Luck Club, what does Suyuan Woo give her daughter Jing-mei as a gift?

  1. A ceramic doll

  2. A ceramic tile

  3. A ceramic bowl

  4. A ceramic statue


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the novel, Suyuan gives Jing-mei a ceramic doll as a gift. The doll is a symbol of their connection and love, and it is also a symbol of the traditional values that Suyuan holds dear.

In the film The Princess Bride, what does Inigo Montoya give Buttercup as a wedding gift?

  1. A ceramic cup

  2. A ceramic plate

  3. A ceramic vase

  4. A ceramic figurine


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the film, Inigo gives Buttercup a ceramic cup as a wedding gift. The cup is a symbol of their love and connection, and it is also a symbol of Inigo's skill as a swordsman.

In the novel The Great Gatsby, what does Daisy Buchanan give Jay Gatsby as a gift?

  1. A ceramic lamp

  2. A ceramic mirror

  3. A ceramic vase

  4. A ceramic figurine


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the novel, Daisy gives Gatsby a ceramic lamp as a gift. The lamp is a symbol of their love and connection, and it is also a symbol of the wealth and luxury that Gatsby has achieved.

In the film The Shawshank Redemption, what does Andy Dufresne give Red Redding as a gift?

  1. A ceramic chess set

  2. A ceramic checkers set

  3. A ceramic backgammon set

  4. A ceramic domino set


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the film, Andy gives Red a ceramic chess set as a gift. The chess set is a symbol of their friendship and connection, and it is also a symbol of the hope and redemption that Andy finds in prison.

In the novel To Kill a Mockingbird, what does Atticus Finch give his daughter Scout as a gift?

  1. A ceramic doll

  2. A ceramic tea set

  3. A ceramic figurine

  4. A ceramic birdhouse


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In the novel, Atticus gives Scout a ceramic birdhouse as a gift. The birdhouse is a symbol of their love and connection, and it is also a symbol of the hope and optimism that Atticus has for the future.

In the film The Godfather, what does Vito Corleone give his son Michael as a gift?

  1. A ceramic ashtray

  2. A ceramic cigar box

  3. A ceramic wine decanter

  4. A ceramic olive oil dispenser


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the film, Vito gives Michael a ceramic ashtray as a gift. The ashtray is a symbol of their love and connection, and it is also a symbol of the power and authority that Vito has as the head of the Corleone family.

In the novel Gone with the Wind, what does Rhett Butler give Scarlett O'Hara as a gift?

  1. A ceramic vase

  2. A ceramic figurine

  3. A ceramic lamp

  4. A ceramic mirror


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the novel, Rhett gives Scarlett a ceramic vase as a gift. The vase is a symbol of their love and connection, and it is also a symbol of the wealth and luxury that Rhett has achieved.

In the film Casablanca, what does Rick Blaine give Ilsa Lund as a gift?

  1. A ceramic candle holder

  2. A ceramic incense burner

  3. A ceramic vase

  4. A ceramic figurine


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the film, Rick gives Ilsa a ceramic candle holder as a gift. The candle holder is a symbol of their love and connection, and it is also a symbol of the hope and optimism that Rick has for the future.

In the novel Anna Karenina, what does Count Vronsky give Anna as a gift?

  1. A ceramic ring

  2. A ceramic bracelet

  3. A ceramic necklace

  4. A ceramic brooch


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the novel, Vronsky gives Anna a ceramic ring as a gift. The ring is a symbol of their love and connection, and it is also a symbol of the passion and intensity of their relationship.

In the film The English Patient, what does Hana give Kip as a gift?

  1. A ceramic bowl

  2. A ceramic plate

  3. A ceramic cup

  4. A ceramic vase


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the film, Hana gives Kip a ceramic bowl as a gift. The bowl is a symbol of their love and connection, and it is also a symbol of the hope and healing that Hana finds in their relationship.

In the novel The Remains of the Day, what does Stevens give Miss Kenton as a gift?

  1. A ceramic tea set

  2. A ceramic figurine

  3. A ceramic lamp

  4. A ceramic mirror


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the novel, Stevens gives Miss Kenton a ceramic tea set as a gift. The tea set is a symbol of their love and connection, and it is also a symbol of the respect and admiration that Stevens has for Miss Kenton.

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